Bolormaa Amgaabazar
Coverage of Bolormaa Amgaabazar in the Nexus archive.
- Two gas utilities to become five
The Pakistani government plans to split Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Ltd (SNGPL) and Sui Southern Gas Company Ltd (SSGCL) into five companies: one transmission and four provincial distribution firms. The reform, discussed with the World Bank and opposition from entities like KPMG and Ogra, aims to create a competitive gas sector but faces challenges such as transfer pricing and cross-subsidies.
- World Bank approves $375.9m to strengthen Pakistan's power transmission network
The World Bank has approved $375.9 million to strengthen Pakistan's power transmission network through the Grid Stability Enhancement Project under the BEST-PAK program. The initiative aims to modernize the grid, reduce outages, integrate renewable energy, and align with Pakistan's 2030 renewable energy goals.
- World Bank approves $70m loan for Connected Punjab Programme aimed at improving digital infrastructure
The World Bank has approved a $70 million loan for Pakistan’s Connected Punjab Programme (CPP) to expand broadband internet access, improve digital service delivery, and promote cashless transactions in Punjab. The initiative aligns with Pakistan’s national digital agenda and aims to reduce regulatory barriers, boost private investment in broadband, and enhance AI-enabled public services for 28.9 million people by 2031.